ANGARIA


Meaning of ANGARIA in English

aŋˈga(a)rēə, anˈ- noun

Etymology: Late Latin, from Greek angareia, from angaros royal (Persian) courier — more at angel

1. in Roman and civil law : a compulsory service exacted by the government, a lord, or the church

2. in maritime law : the forcible seizure of a ship for public service

3. in international law : angary

4. in feudal law : a troublesome or vexatious service exacted by a lord of his tenant

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